A renowned World Cup prediction model, which accurately forecast the last three winners, suggests Argentina's reign as champions will end in the 2026 quarter-finals. Despite Lionel Messi's expected decisive role against Turkey, the model predicts Portugal's deeper squad will overcome the defending champions in a blockbuster clash.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni says his 2026 World Cup squad matches or exceeds the 2022 champions, calling another title very possible. Here's what it

The whole world is waiting to see Lionel Messi, said Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni, when the defending champions begin their World Cup campaign against Algeria on Tuesday.